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Blog categorized as Home Purchasing

How to Save For a Downpayment
The traditional way to purchase a home is to make a downpayment when financing the purchase with a mortgage. Here are some tips for saving for a downpayment.
Are You Buying a Fixer Upper? Here's How to Cover Renovation Expenses
When purchasing a "fixer-upper," you can save on the cost of the home, but what about renovations? If you are looking to cut costs, then consider these 5 tips for covering expenses.
10 Hidden Costs of Buying a Home
Purchasing a new home is exciting - and expensive. Besides the mortgage, prepare yourself to pay these 10 costs that not everyone thinks about.
Loans 101 For First-Time Homebuyers: What Is a Mortgage and How Does It Work?
Do you really need to put 20% down to buy a house? We've got the answer to this common question plus everything you need to know about mortgages as you begin your house hunt.
How Much Do You Need to Buy a House?
If you’ve decided to buy a home, there are many out-of-pocket fees, as well as long-term costs beyond the price of the home itself. Read this article to gain a better understanding of how much money you’ll actually need to become a homeowner.

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